Family Law
A common parenting time question that our clients ask about is whether they or the other parent can leave the state during their parenting time. There may be a parenting time provision in the divorce or custody order that sets requirements for travel, such as advance notice to the other party and/or obligations to provide…
Under Michigan law, when parents have joint legal custody, certain factors must be met before a change of domicile is allowed. One parent can’t move with the child out of state or more than 100 miles from where the child’s legal residence was at the time of commencement of the case that led to the…
When a person dies without a will it is called dying intestate. If that person has any assets that do not automatically pass outside of probate, they will be divided according to Michigan intestacy laws through the probate court. Michigan has its own process for determining the succession of how the assets are distributed. This…
A prenuptial agreement is a contract between the couple prior to their marriage. The purpose of a prenuptial agreement is to define the rights and responsibilities of each party in case of divorce or death of a spouse. Prenuptial agreements have become increasingly common as people are getting married later in life. Individuals may have…
One of the hardest adjustments that separated or divorced parents come across is how to handle holidays. After being used to seeing their children on every holiday, having to share, or split holidays is a difficult reality. Here are a few suggestions for how to make it through the upcoming holidays amiably and in the…
A minor guardianship is a mechanism to give a person who is not the child’s parent authority to make decisions on behalf of the minor. There are different circumstances that require a guardian to be appointed. Some examples are when both parents are killed suddenly, like in a plane crash. Other instances may be the…
The passing of loved ones not only brings sadness, but also brings confusion. What property was left behind? Who are the beneficiaries? Who gets what? Do I need to open a probate estate? Do I need an attorney? Whether a probate estate needs to be opened will depend on what the property is, and if that…
Clients often ask if anything can be done about their spouse not paying child support. The answer is yes. Something can and should be done. By doing nothing, and allowing the payments to remain in default, you are giving the message that this behavior is acceptable. I have helped both payors and payees in cases…
There is an idea that only “rich” people need an estate plan. This could not be farther from the truth! An estate plan can have many benefits for anyone who wishes to ensure that their loved ones have a smooth transition after their passing. A group who can hugely benefit from estate planning is young families.…
With all the do-it-yourself options available, some people question whether they need an attorney to represent them in their divorce case. The short answer is, YES. Absolutely. No website or legal software can substitute for the advice and advocacy you will receive from an experienced attorney. The benefits you will receive from an experienced divorce…
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